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Lincoln, Washington face off in Presidents Day program

Who was the U.S.'s best president? The Overland Trail Museum will compare two top candidates to answer that question in a Presidents Day children's program from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 15.

"A Presidential Showdown: Honest Abe vs. The Father of our Country" will feature a slew of fun and informative activities that will help determine which of these two beloved presidents was our greatest commander in chief.

Among the "Presidential Showdown" activities will be the "Abraham Lincoln Stovepipe Hat Coin Challenge," a presidential match game and "Pin the Hat/Wig on the President." The kids will also participate in a log cabin challenge and a recreation of the famous crossing of the Delaware River. And since every president is inaugurated into office, rumor has it that there will also be some inauguration-related activities that are associated with this solemn ceremony. If all of that isn't reason enough to sign up for this very special museum event, each child will also receive a program souvenir and the opportunity to sample a couple of our featured presidents' favorite treats!

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This program is the perfect way to kick off the Presidents Day weekend and is recommended for children ages 5-11. Admission is $1.50 for children and $3 for adults. Reservations are required, as space is limited, so call the museum at 970-522-3895 to reserve a spot before it's all filled up!

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